Indiana Fever Postgame Media Availability (at Chicago Sky) | August 30, 2024

[@dericknelson4315]

Kelsey Mitchell, and Caitlin C, salute to you both and the entire Team on a great win tonight,

[@lindawade4ok639]

There are a couple of others that should not be left off in a shout out, like Lexi who is now someone they better watch , who knew she could throw so many threes 😂

[@melchorbeltran6633]

Don't forget Hull and Boston

[@ericMT]

Kelsey is the best. “You guys pray for me”

[@johnconway8999]

Kelsey does have her hands full but that's a good thing.

[@jeaniekim9951]

@@johnconway8999well put!

[@timinsandiego6979]

Caitlin Clark is all class. I've never likes basketball let alone women's basket ball, but I'm a Caitlin Clark and Indiana fan. Indiana is really coming together as a well honed team. Nice work ladies.

[@yrocksimpson5842]

LOL, Kelsey is going nowhere next year. Best back court in WNBA history. Next year both will average in the 20s.

[@starfishcrusaders8779]

Agreed

[@Vibezz215]

You’re tripping look at her salary, she is the ONLY vet on that team 5+ and her salary is still low compared to non Olympic vets, money came in to the W and her salary has yet to increase, offers are coming out the ass for Kels with higher pay she is a Vet, unless Lin Dunn does more she should leave

[@matthancock952]

​@@Vibezz215sorry but wnba has a core player clause which Indiana can use on mitchell

[@disneyforthewin]

Lets slow down on best wnba backcourt ever.....but Im loving em

[@MichaelBryant420]

@@Vibezz215I heard if they offer her a max contract that’s pretty much like the franchise tag in the NFL

[@D_SQ]

While everyone is rightfully talking about Caitlin, Kelsey, etc. I just want to recognize DAMIRIS DANTAS. And if you look closely, Fever has been improved significantly after DANTAS came in. When she is on the floor, Fever can't really be bullied physically, and her shotmaking efficiency, I'm not even kidding, is up there with the best players in the league. I didn't like the trade at first logically from a casual's point of view because I was rooting for Celeste Taylor and wanted Celeste to succeed and didn't know who DANTAS was, but SHE is really "HER," as the kids say. She is not just a role player, that is a difference-maker right there. So I just want everybody to appreciate that too.

[@glennwojcik2342]

Good point.

[@debie91]

@@D_SQ Dantas is good with her 3 she did show that in her 1st game.

[@SchizoAction]

CC talking about how difficult they are to guard was cool. “ You can’t scout that. You don’t know what we’re gonna do. We don’t know what we’re gonna do. It just happens”

[@Wraithlen]

Yes! I was gonna quote that.... nevermind. ;)

[@asquare9316]

So true, it also means that CC is just doing what she sees and not really listening to the coach. I would say CC is the de facto coach.

[@hilliarddillepree7717]

​@@asquare9316figure you would blast the coach

[@serrielu8025]

@@asquare9316 bot back.

[@asquare9316]

@@hilliarddillepree7717 I didn't blast the coach, it just seems the players are ignoring her to a certain extent.

[@sandrasgotgame]

Sides is one lucky rookie coach ,,, has the hottest ticket with Clark,,, team is on fire and it’s working out !!! Sells Out arenas , Money coming in!!!!

[@deadheadmark1]

Kind of obvious Christie, nor the Fever knew what to expect at the start. Caitlin plays at a different level. The team had to learn her pace of her game. I just love what I am seeing. They certainly gel!

[@jdvannoy99]

This is her second season as head coach, not her first.

[@tonyafranklin621]

Happy for Christie….she took a lot of heat early in the season…she weathered all the pressure and criticism and is coaching a cohesive team. She deserves credit 🎉

[@FUBAR1986]

@@tonyafranklin621 The thing that she did well was emphasized defense from day one …. And now you can see the fruits of that attention they’re playing pretty good D

[@yvesangelic1447]

Christie is doing pretty well lately!!

[@meganharmon2923]

Kelsey Mitchell is smiling SOOOO much more and is so much more animated. So good to see. She deserves it.

[@stevehardwick7285]

Her and CC genuinely like each other and are the best backcourt in the league.

[@Rdkng07]

She's a great player, and since she stopped fighting it the ball shows up on a platter.

[@quarantinelife8322]

i don't like this camera work. i wanna see both players

[@jeaniekim9951]

11:00 Kelsey, you graciously spoke about the difficult early years when you were drafted by the Fever. You endured a rebuilding time as Catchings retired as the franchise player, went thru coaching changes, GM changes, player changes, etc. For all that you’ve endured from years of drastic Fever rebuilding, I hope you get a chip with this team sooner than later! 🏆 15:32 “You guys pray for me. PRAY for me.” 🙏 😂 I see CC is your little hoop sister now. 😂

[@independentaquaman7424]

Thanks for summary and timestamps.

[@starfishcrusaders8779]

I said that too… C squared. Love it

[@jeaniekim9951]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@starfishcrusaders8779 @independentaquaman7424 🤝🤝

[@jeaniekim9951]

@@starfishcrusaders8779🤝

[@jeaniekim9951]

@@independentaquaman7424🫶

[@berniecoderre3935]

Coach, Timi needs more minutes! +29 in 18 minutes! She was also on the floor against the Sun when they.went scoreless in the last 3 minutes! TIMI is an ELITE defender! GET HER ON THE COURT! If you want to Win a Championship, YOU NEED TIMI! Her offense will come, PLAY HER!!😱🍀💚

[@omotayosatuyi252]

She just came back from injury

[@JL..]

she's good but gotta be careful of moving screens and travels

[@isaacclark3583]

*Temi

[@makaylinjones1739]

She may still be on restriction

[@cactusbud51]

Tami is a defensive strategist

[@01NATHAN10]

Just like Magic, CC will win a Championship her first year!

[@threedigletts]

damn imagine...that would be crazy

[@Huyle18]

Would be great but not enough experience as a team to win series final. Maybe a deep playoff run.

[@DJWEEDPIZZA]

@@Huyle18Those top four teams are deep. I’ll enjoy seeing what Indiana can muster.

[@Huyle18]

@@DJWEEDPIZZA yeah top 4 teams are monsters. Fever does have wins against them except aces but a 7 game series is no joke.

[@isaacclark3583]

@@Huyle18*wnba is best of 5 not 7

[@erikkdane8485]

Clark was on fire. And Hull starting has given the Fever more intensity on both ends of the floor. Fagbenle also brings the grit and toughness in the frontcourt. Hopefully the Fever will clinch a playoff spot soon.

[@mikespage0123]

Fever GM: please re-sign Kelsey!! She’s the perfect star partner to CC’s uptempo style

[@cooliscool115]

kelsey and caitlin splash sisters

[@mag07226]

Lexi creeping into the splash sister crew too

[@EvySurvived]

They respect each other

[@melchorbeltran6633]

TRIPLE SPLASH SISTERS!😮

[@quarantinelife8322]

kels is so consistent and cc had a game! go fever and cc watching from the Philippines

[@cooliscool115]

proud of this team. lets go!

[@rubberguard83]

Caitlin Clark is the greatest Tomboy to play the game. ❤ Currently sixth place overall as a team. Can't wait for the playoffs. Let's f****** go!!!!😊🎉🎉❤

[@frkzoid]

The whole of Indiana benefiting from this too. I'm sure tourism is high bringing in money to the state.

[@varj7]

Congrats are hitting .500 and moving into 6th place! Keep it going!

[@jigglypuff6761]

CC is saving Sides Job. That's a FACT.

[@serrielu8025]

Sides building hella team. Hella team even with seriously undesirable circumstances early on. CC ROTY Coach Sides. COTY. FACT’s

[@Liara_I_Sorry]

"Indiana has had the best offensive rating in the league since June 13" Say whattt?

[@tonyd579]

Great job ladies,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, and I mean all of you. Great job.

[@SO.CAL-D.Edwards]

Thank you Sides. It's good to see you've stopped running, screaming, so much up and down the sideline. I was a good player in my day. My biggest distraction was my Coach yelling, screaming, running the sidelines..The players will probably never tell you.. but sometimes less is more, calm coaching is the secret.. It's hard to focus when your coach is out running you down the court all the while screaming.. Remember Phil Jackson? Zen baby, not banshee crazy.. 🤩🥰

[@sandyordille6132]

So much fun watching this Team!

[@deborahsprather6161]

Is Kelsey remaining with Fever? I hope so.

[@gregfbp]

Good job coach!

[@Fitchedweave]

Temi Temi Temi Temi Temi Temi Temi Temi Silky smooth,powerful,deep team player a presence you cannot help but be aware of,with deceptively quick reactions.More more more,let her cook.❤🎉

[@serrielu8025]

Temi’s long beautiful arms are a nightmare for opponents.

[@Rdkng07]

She's got a great smile.

[@kalebsharp7049]

Seriously... Someone ... Anyone.. please ask Sides why she lied about sticking up for her players and getting the technicals herself instead of them!!!! Sides needs to STEP UP and COACH!!!!!! A real coach would have gone ballistic at that no call that got Boston a tech!!! DO YOUR JOB!!!!!!

[@berniecoderre3935]

HULL, TIMI and Boston give you an IRON CURTIN on Defense! TIMI was +29 in 18 minutes! If Timi was going Offensively it would have been 40 points! PLAY HER!! 😱🍀💚

[@ericwatts6996]

Don't count out NaLyssa Smith

[@starfishcrusaders8779]

@@ericwatts6996she did great tonight

[@mikaelangeloh2316]

If you’re going to use capital letters that much, please check your spelling. If that is too hard, at least learn that her name is TEMI.

[@debie91]

@@berniecoderre3935 she is still missing those layups.

[@giftcardbill]

I figure I'll get crushed for this comment, but I think Coach Sides is doing a great job, with a very young team developing the chemistry and instilling her O. She has had a learning curve just like the players and appears to be growing and by extension her team is growing.

[@eddie_1763]

What made you think you’ll get crushed when you’re stating facts and reality?

[@mikeronald3812]

This team needs to play better defense. It will be their downfall. Transition D is garbage. It takes effort.

[@Dntturnround]

GO FEVER

[@Ryyian]

From this interview,kelsey gave an indication of het future team : she's staying "

[@donaldcox584]

Did you notice that Angel stayed in the game well after the Fever starters came out of the game? Angel stayed in the game to pad those stats and get her 10 points. Angel is an outstanding player, please stop feeding her ego. Let her be who she is without padding stats. She is not CC, no one is!

[@sara_pap]

It’s been refreshing to see the Fever’s chemistry/bond evolve on and off the court. Sides and staff are fostering a positive culture, and the dubs are stacking up because of it.

[@starfishcrusaders8779]

I agree. I’m really starting to like sides. I think she is growing just as much as the team is.

[@MoePeezy]

The Fever been had at it’s just that at the beginning the players were kinda rebellious towards Caitlin except Katie and Lexi but after the others saw how rest of the good players fooled with Caitlin during the all star break they would of been crazy to continue it

[@sara_pap]

⁠@@KathyPickelSides let her team win? Interesting take… thank goodness she “let” CC drop 31. I’ve watched all season and have seen the dynamic change from blatant frustration and doubt to a team that’s united, winning, and having fun- especially after the break. It’s obvious to any fan who is paying attention.

[@paulchez5102]

Do not separate these two ladies! They are the Dynamic Duo! Caitlin is 100% ROTY1! Both are on my MVP list. Two best basketball players anyone has seen in the league!

[@wendyjmaureen17]

Love seeing the smiles out of Kelsey, she is on fire and deserves every good thing coming her way. This team is amazing and their growth is exponential! Congrats on an amazing game out of all the players. CC is one in a million and watching that game highlighting her shots, her passing ability and the joy she brings to this game is out of this world! What a team effort!!

[@tutone232]

I am sick of people turning on Christe Sides, she just needed a bit of time and that time is now.

[@Jennifer-2329]

CC, Kelsey, AB, Lexi, and Temi are playing beautifully together. Bravo to Sides! She’s done an incredible job building up the team dynamic. Fever is on FIRE 🔥 and I am loving it.

[@beebop9808]

What I saw was a bunch of girls having fun playing a game together. Isn't that what it's all about? Makes a win all the sweeter! Rock-it ladies!!

[@juliana51219]

Most improved coaching of the year. Great Job.

[@baseboardmatt]

Is Sides ever not completely hoarse??

[@jaydee4177]

I wanted to ask this too haha, I've only ever heard her sound like this, but maybe that's because it's a post game interview and she's been yelling on the court for a long time?

[@jrowdygi1837]

Marlboro woman

[@DJWEEDPIZZA]

@@jrowdygi1837You’re not supposed to eat them though

[@MrSlinki52]

@@DJWEEDPIZZAlmfao 😂

[@cedrictaylor1366]

Female doc rivers

[@darrylanderson4764]

Mental health is why so serious, like CC is ironclad

[@starfishcrusaders8779]

I love it. C squared

[@oicsaywhat]

These two are perfect for each other , so much fun to watch and their post game interviews they share the same goals and have alot of respect for each other . I’m happy to see women’s basketball is taking a big leap forward in getting people to watch it’s well deserved they truly play team ball better than the men most of the time

[@kobiianardo]

fever makin more money than some NBA teams right now, if they dont secure Mitchell it'd be a big step back (even if they could trade her for Collier somehow they better not 😂)

[@thereallg4587]

*ROTY for cc and it’s not close. Kelsey should be POTW, Consistent. Everyone scoring is what’s helping and taking chances. Now they are top 6.*

[@pbshakegains]

cc's durability is top notch she was on it tonight chicago had her on their minds Jesus, let's go fever

[@curtaviuskenner2842]

I remember when everybody was saying fire the coach... 😂😂😂... now she got them out there looking like Golden State

[@varj7]

Mitchell, Caitlin, and Sexy Lexie lit up the Sky tonight. Smith played a solid 19 minutes, Fagbenle was huge off the bench on defense, Dantes chipped in and Boston neutralized Cardosa in her limited minutes due to some questionable foul calls. Wheeler was great off the bench and it was nice to see Saxton, Berger, and Wallace get in the game. Hopefully Katie Lou is doing better, she was awesome cheering off the bench, but we need her back and shooting threes!

[@independentaquaman7424]

Smith needs "perfect practice" (as NFL HOF coach would say) but otherwise I agree.

[@stampincass]

Not seeing replays on fouls was so frustrating, especially those that weren't clear on the broadcast angle.

[@dennishungerford4146]

If M V P is judged on & off court? Clark has MVP won ! WNBA is Caitlin Clark ! Character , Coach, Player, Roll model!

[@Vibezz215]

Literally! Clark is 1 Rickea Jackson is #2 but because Jackson is so humble she doesn’t get noticed, she’s killing Reese on stats

[@DeanJohnson67]

I love what Kelsey calls her "C Squared" ;)

[@shreyayadav9910]

Kudos to sides, she treats every player in this team with respect, she trains them put confidence in them, it's amazing to watch specially after you see she got hated on so much for not letting cc play more and everything turns out she had a better mind set. Look where fever is today! ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@valor7634]

Best backcourt in the WNBA

[@JamesLybarger]

When is Coach Sides going to STAND UP for CC when she gets her head knocked off. Stand UP for your PLAYERS IF YOU CARE AT ALL!!! ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS COACH!

[@sarahyoung583]

So like did CC really say she launched an airball for fun? Hmmm. Kelsey makes a good point about prayer. But it was "pretty basketball" and so nice to see Caitlin and Kelsey smiling. Pure joy.

[@user-cm4kz5ef5d]

Could the camera person keep both players in the shot at a wider angle? Seeing the reactions to each other and what they are saying is almost as important hearing what they’re actually saying. Plus, it will help the awkward, jarring late cut aways, other player half-in/out shots, and distracting angles. Thanks!

[@richardhayman4868]

While we still have plenty of opportunity for growth and improvement, this team is a juggernaut. I hope it doesn't sound unsportsmanlike to confess how much satisfaction there is in going to someone else's arena, making the other team read your Nikes, AND have more people cheering for you than are cheering for the home team. It has to be demoralizing to take that on your home court.

[@badmon15]

Kelsey Mitchell with the wise words. IT TAKES TIME.

[@yamabo]

Another great team win! Iconic for us to get our first 100 point game against the Sky and for Caitlin to get a career high. Everyone put in great effort and it showed! The playoffs are not ready for us! Let's go all the way to the finals 🔥

[@bobbyto-ParentsKnowThings]

Been a lot of calls for Sides to be replaced. IDK. Sometimes a coach has to learn and grow and become great. CC is a generational talent. She is a force multiplier and that includes players and coaches. I mean is Phil Jackson a great coach or did MJ make him great? Did Belicheck become great or did TB12 make him great??

[@charlesfriscia7236]

The problem is CC is the only player really worth watching..She's already the best creator in the game, best passer in the game and best shooter in the game and she hasn't played a full season yet..I can only watch fever games..The rest of the league is sub standard filled with brick layups, air balls and the 2 inch vertical...If you beat your girl off the ball nobody comes to help..You get a free layup.

[@mehranali9467]

ESPN Stephen A smith Will try their best to change the ROTY Narrative but CC Playing so good that at some they will have to give up...

[@NBAMinute]

Didn’t think the Fever would get to 500 this season. Testament to Coach Christie, CC and Kels. Sides was under a lot of heat early, with many calling for her job. Patience has been a virtue. She’s really done an excellent job, figuring out rotations and game planning. Caitlin and Kelsey are like young Steph and Klay. Their chemistry’s lethal right now, and it’s contagious throughout the entire team. I’m not talking title, but this could be a fun playoff ride.

[@darrylanderson4764]

Hometown with cheryl miller

[@Vibezz215]

CHRISTIE SIDES steaks and seafood on me🎉 cake too, matter fact take my debit card it’s all yours🎉🎉🎉😂 let’s go all the way coach

[@bobbyto-ParentsKnowThings]

Been a lot of calls for Sides to be replaced. IDK. Sometimes a coach has to learn and grow and become great. CC is a generational talent. She is a force multiplier and that includes players and coaches. I mean is Phil Jackson a great coach or did MJ make him great? Did Belicheck become great or did TB12 make him great??

[@kimmnicolay6370]

every team is very talented . I'm not buying in that the coaching by sides is what has put the team in harmony. there are other factors .. Lisa Bluder has been in Indy often lunch with the fever ownership and a few away games Friday game v conn Sun after the game Lisa was approached by fever asst . and the conversation ended with Bluder saying " okay I will be there ." I think Bluder is advising the fever G.m. Lynn dunn on analysis and suggestions to create chemistry around CC

[@ReviewBoard-uy5nv]

Something changed in CCs head this game. So glad she’s got her threes mojo back.

[@michaelsweet8327]

Might be the most popular sports team right now!

[@louiscraddock9853]

I am a newcomer to Women's BB and I am learning a lot. I felt a deeper appreciation for the skill of my Fever team today. There was an intensity of the battles underneath I had not felt before. Not just the occasional stand off but continuous war with the "tall ones". You guys played them into the ground. Destroyed their confidence and pillaged their dreams. You all just really BEAT them. I love it. Go FEVER

[@phillipmorris9847]

Love seeing those girls Laughing and smiling

[@genevievecasanova5024]

Playing with a lot of joy! Awesome game! Good teamwork!

[@jeffg1524]

Yet another game where CC could have had even more assists, but her teammates, all talented pros, couldn't handle all her passes. She is truly a generational tsunami. We are blessed to live at a time where we can see and appreciate her.

[@julieleber6131]

Congratulations to the ENTIRE team & staff keeping them ready ❤

[@LesPAT-vj8kk]

If the Fever lose Kelsey Mitchell to free agency, fire the whole front office. She needs to be priority 1 this off season

[@SharleseMariolo]

Please get a new camera person who can frame instead of showing the wall

[@darrylanderson4764]

Hahahaha Hahahaha fun

[@diIbert]

❤

[@markdixon3915]

C-square…

[@wackattack25]

And she got these women buying in!!!!this team is so dangerous right now !!! On top of tht we care more about them then the nfl right now !!!!come now can I get a caaaaaaaitlin Clark /fever /idk the coaches name but she’s awesome

[@darrylanderson4764]

Paris is great but Los Angeles is fat burgers

[@ambo6251]

As Jurgen Klopp said one game ate the time, gg

[@ivanafox1279]

It’s a different team now than it was in May. I kept telling everyone stop counting the Fever out. They are a new team give them time they will be up there.

[@timodaniel8139]

Why do i feel like CC is coaching this team ?? Lol

[@johngarrett6256]

What impress me is no let down after a big win, they came back and put these game away. kept their energy up kept their head in the game and got the job done.GO FEVER 👍😀😀😀😀

[@tamraml]

Its not cxc. Or even 2xc. Its exponential, its c-squared!!

[@MrCrippin88]

Some said “Splash Sisters”🎉

[@ianv549]

Kelsey Mitchell is beast. These two can do a lot.

[@independentaquaman7424]

Coach, you cost me over $480 profit margin on a $3 bet. lol I got all my predictions correct on my parlay except I was 1 assist short for Caitlin and 2 three-pointers short for her. [now I know to bet more conservatively for your potential undeserved mercy pullings, lol] *Congrats on win though!* 😏

[@steveshort1121]

Sides does not look and her voice is almost completely gone but it was even like during pregames all season and even during interviews for the Olympic break. She can hardly talk for months now Thats not normal.

[@ReviewBoard-uy5nv]

It isn’t. She‘s got to see a ENT doctor and have an operation. It’s not hoarseness, but serious dysphonia

[@eonsconsult9319]

SPLASH SISTERS

[@AaronDibbern-w1z]

Kelsey - said C squared

[@TonyGalla-kw4hw]

Congratulations to our CC, the Fevers, our Kelsey , Boston, Hull, Temi, and Samuelson. But I'm gonna say something that isn't popular... PLEASE coach sides, put in Saxton,Berger, and Wallace MORE. Especially when you're up by 24 pts and there's only 2 minutes, or 1 minute or even 45 seconds left. . Let these other players show their game, give them confidence, and let them shine, too. I KNOW they are good players, too, but need time on the court. That Wallace is so courageous, she defended CC a while back when a thug sucker punched CC.

[@MaymeIke]

Remember all those silly-ass games during the Olympic break they played and the carnival barkers made fun of . . . Team Cohesion . . . Listen to Mitchell. It. Paid. Off.

[@ketolifestyle68]

WTF..... talk talk talk... is that the key questions every time they talk like a broken record with the many questions... same questions after every game,...... same questions

[@Jasperjoe22]

Love watching the Fever but the refs are terrible and making the games almost unwatchable. I counted 12-15 uncalled traveling violations. Clean this up. Almost as bad as the NBA.

[@peterehrman7636]

Christie Sides has to be the Coach of the Year!! Based on where they were, and where they are now. If they upset someone in the Playoffs, the coach of the Year debate will be over. She has this team playing incredible. I think that the Fever can WIN IT ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@darrylanderson4764]

Hey the difference 🎉